1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1301 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |